We Stayed in a Weird Cruise Cabin

[@Cruisewith]

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[@cbart4285]

I think it's time for cruise lines to focus on staff retention and hire back up towards pre-covid staff numbers to decrease staff stress and burnout and improve experience for cruisers that are paying more.

[@wuznme4]

Yes! But don’t stop at the cruise industry. The corporate greed is systemic. I think it’s criminal

[@Robot_repeater]

Nah, execs enjoy their bonus’ thank you very much. One only needs to google Galen Weston’s bonus history prepandemic vs now to see why it will never change.

[@wuznme4]

I think the revolution is coming

[@cookiebun95]

They refuse to hire more people because it wont' make the stock price go up. Corporations only care about shareholder value these days.

[@Thecrazyisstrong]

Yes, absolutely! But they won’t. Since they’ve found they can get blood from a turnip, they will continue stressing their staff, keep the reduced services to cruisers along with higher prices, There is no incentive to go back to pre-pandemic service. Cruises are booked and more in demand than ever.

[@kamaniaray]

YOU HAVE DONE SO WELL BEN! CONGRATS, I know you have been working and it’s showing ❤

[@nancydavis4635]

Wow, Ben! You have really slimmed down and look marvelous! David, you always do, too! 😊❣️

[@mollyt7954]

I was going to comment the very same thing. Looking Good Ben!

[@NJ-Cathie]

Ben - Oscar is your mini-me!

[@anniepowell7559]

Great video.

[@Cruisewith]

Oh thank you!

[@annking8633]

Ben you look 10 years younger. Weightloss is awesome.

[@dundonoz]

Am I the only person who appreciates a non-fluffy towel? give me a light exfoliation experience whilst drying & I'm happy 😂

[@lisagray1418]

You’d like the towels we were issued in the Army then. 😂

[@kennixox262]

I prefer slightly rough towels myself. Some of the ones that are too fluffy don't seem to absorb the water in my experience. I am one of those oddballs who likes a lower thread counts on bedsheets which holds the starch better and there is simply nothing like sleeping on freshly starched sheets. That is the reason I have a mangler to iron and starch mine at home.

[@baybeachbeauty]

Yes I feel like they absorb better!

[@BeckettSmeckett]

YES! I love a rougher towel, I feel the fluffy ones are nice to lounge in, but for drying a rough towel is perfect

[@moxiedawn4370]

Completely agree. It seems like I can get dried off better when the towel is thinner. I found some fantastic towels on Amazon that were both thin AND very soft. Just a perfect towel.

[@lorigrimaldi194]

I love Oscar! He is a sweet, smart little gentleman. So articulate and polite.

[@MightyMattTM]

Where I’m from, “Toss the bean bag” is called cornhole

[@jamesalexander5623]

So does that make you Cornholio?

[@MightyMattTM]

@ I wish, dude

[@JC-kb2qg]

@@jamesalexander5623😂

[@baybeachbeauty]

@@MightyMattTM😂

[@danielvandersall6756]

I'm in Louisville and it's definitely called cornhole. Without a single smile or snicker. Really popular game, since it's so easy for anyone to do and making the boards is easy.

[@paulasimson4939]

Teddy and Oscar - oh my! The cuteness is off the charts.

[@mimimousegirl]

Oscar needs his own video. Very well spoken for a lad his age.

[@traceytheisen8067]

Adorable, isn't he :)

[@italiana626sc]

Ben, you are looking so fit! Your hard work is showing. And that cabin is really cool - the view is hardly obstructed. Good score.

[@Cruisewith]

Thanks so much!

[@barbaralazier8352]

As a solo trailer I often get an obstructed view balcony cabin. I have never been disappointed

[@fredneckteddy]

I have been loving your videos for quite some time. I live vicariously through you two since I am disabled and cannot leave the house but watching you two makes me feel like I'm there with you :) So much appreciation for what you do :)

[@Sparks_Alive]

Very same here too. Lovely guys

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

Fabulous video! The state of the balcony was shocking! They would not have issues finding staff if they would only pay them decently and not leave them dependent on tips to have a life! Thank you for the video!

[@Cruisewith]

So true!

[@juliatarrel1674]

Oscar is a delight to watch. He's learned his uncles' business!

[@lisablaus1459]

I watch with CC. When Ben said Anthem of the Seas. CC printed Anthem of disease……lol

[@idendawson3118]

@@lisablaus1459 my spell check and cc both comedians...

[@idendawson3118]

@@lisablaus1459 I also have Anthem (of disease) medical insurance.

[@maryanncapece2623]

Hi Ben, David and Oscar. Another great video. Appreciate you all. Hope you had a great time with all the family. As always thank you for all you do ❤❤

[@Cruisewith]

Thank you! You too!

[@JennyHewett]

Congrats Ben!! I have to say you look amazing. Keep up the good work!

[@DestinationsChronicles]

Oh my goodness, Ben, you are looking quite svelte these days! BTW I am a ski instructor and we get a lot of Russians at our resort. There is an attitude with the ones with money.

[@ballyhigh11]

I used to work in a very grand hotel in a Swiss ski resort. My god we HATED the Russian Orthodox new year holiday when the wealthy russian tourists took the place over. But they spent like drunk sailors on shore leave so the hotel management turned a blind eye to pretty much all their bad behaviour!

[@harley6310]

You aren't wrong about the Russian's. When I worked as a cruise representative, the only travel agents that were rude were the Russian ones. I hate to say that but it's true.

[@jaengen]

Rudeness is a Russian feature.

[@Spiderdam-oq9hg]

Ben more important than your weight loss, is your attitude during the process. You have been working silently, the results show, couldn't happen to a better deserving person. Love from Aus

[@lisajones6107]

The children are so adorable! Love that you always have the kids give their opinions on the cruises. They are a wonderful little gift every now and then. Looks like a wonderful cruise despite the rude people.

[@Beba.3267]

I have fallen head over heels for this channel. Ive learned so much about cruises and its helping me to pick what ship i want to go on for the first time ever. Oscar needs to have his own segment in every video. P.S Westlife is actually an Irish band i wont deduct points for that comment 😅

[@edwardulrich1515]

Ben and David, I love your square cabin. It's so easy to navigate. Ample balcony space, too, which allows plenty of natural light to flood the cabin. I always enjoy your nephew, the precocious Oscar; he's like a mini Ben. 😊

[@mashenka6189]

The balcony is repulsive 🤢

[@liammcboyle]

Video editing is honestly incredible. Kudos to you guys for putting in the effort. Love your videos.

[@oliverr710]

Going on Oasis of the Seas next year! Loved your tour! Never stop giving the honest opinions, because people rely on that stuff

[@Rachel_1983]

I booked an obstructed view cabin and ended up with a rate less than that of an interior! It was worth every bit of that obstruction.

[@billangell3387]

Amazing!

[@barbaramarshall-cassel3633]

I love watching your videos, but especially when Oscar is with you!! He is such an intriguing young man! I just love hearing his comments! As a retired school teacher, I just find him such a wonderful and intelligent child! ❤. Much love to you all! And “Happy Cruising!”

[@billangell3387]

I particularly love your superlatives. Even Oscar is getting the hang of it.!

[@lindathomas3142]

Wow, aren't you looking dapper. Well done Ben.

[@Mbalek01]

Love seeing you guys with the family. Seeing Oscar with his arms around his Uncle David melted my heart !!! The boys are just precious.

[@cathunter3042]

You're looking spiffy Ben. Lots of kids can't carry on a conversation with adults. Oscar is so articulate and a natural in front of the camera. Love you guys!

[@taraoakes6674]

“Cat’s pajamas” is an American expression from the 20s…the 1920s. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@heathersalvatore9886]

OMG, David you look fabulous! Your Nephew is getting so grown up! Love you two lovely Gentlemen!

[@peteyification]

I think the biggest shock of this video is how great Ben is looking. Well done!

[@sarahwatts9555]

Looking amazing Ben, David you're pretty neat too! Great review as always. Re the Russians - we have encountered them quite often in a holiday resort we make return visits to, sadly I think it's a cultural thing with them, as we've experienced much the same as you mention. Never mind, live and let live. Thanks guys!

[@scotth9764]

"biggets tosser of the cruise" at the start of the video had me creasing 🤣 was not expecting that from the get go! very good video as always guys, been watching you guys for a while now getting some insight before booking my first cruise with my family 😃

[@billangell3387]

You can edit your posting to correct anything after you post it for a while. Also misspellings are underlined in red as you type.

[@NathanRhysGeorge]

I went to Egypt earlier this year and was one of maybe 10 Brits in the entire hotel, the rest were from Russia - can confirm from speaking to the hotel staff that it's a cultural thing, they were all really glad whenever they got to meet some Brits because we're "actually nice"

[@sandiegogirl1282]

LOVE this room! The square shape is so much better ... and that extra window is wonderful!

[@janvazquez9239]

Oh my I love that kiddo he’s going to be a huge utuber or in films 💜

[@LoriMyers-j1t]

Oscar’s hair matching his uncle’s: priceless! ❤

[@robinfreeman8449]

David you are looking so healthy and fit. Your nephews are so cute,

[@scoutsleepe3620]

Ben, I used to love you as you looked like a cuddly bear with a happy bear attitude! Now, I still love you because the 'happy bear' is still there but he's a more like a gazelle! Both Bens' are fabulous. Just keep being you. Also David's okay. hahahah!

[@SuperWiggley]

Ben is looking so trim, looking great

[@traceybracero1662]

Ben you look fabulous. Please share your diet with us all. Best of luck on your journey. You both are such handsome lads!

[@cherylhunt8160]

Ben you look awesome, David too

[@johncrwarner]

When I worked in Helsinki the signs are in Finnish and Swedish with many also in English The fascinating thing was when there were signs about social behaviour etc. the signs were in FOUR languages they were always in Russian. In public saunas when there were a lot of Russians sauna etiquette which is sacred was ignored by the Russian users so the boorish behaviour of Russians abroad is a known quantity.

[@stevebartley628]

We stayed at a hotel in Paris that had quite a few Russians. I didn’t notice any bad behavior, but they all looked like the Russian mob characters on TV shows like ‘Law and Order ‘ !

[@aileenbyrne8941]

Oscar steals the show! He’s a little star, he will def be on the big screen when he’s older

[@ritawilson8015]

Oh my gosh Ben, you are looking so good! How much have you lost, and how did you do it?

[@DogDayz0fSummer]

Thank you, Ben and David, for these vlogs about this cruise on Anthem OTS. It brings back wonderful memories of our cruise on this ship last December, 2023. Missed Coco Cay due to bad weather but still had a great time. Love to you both! 🥰

[@Cruisewith]

Thanks so much ❤

[@laurelpowell5471]

Thank you for sharing your adventures with us. You are so much fun. May God bless you and your family.

[@bellavita3097]

Kids are adorable! Lovely family.

[@Cruisewith]

They are!

[@SitStaySail]

Dear Oscar, you are the best! I hope you get to go on another cruise very soon because you are so much fun! Thank you Ben & David for sharing your family with us 💞

[@suejames2283]

I’ve done 8 RCI cruises but 3 weeks ago I did a cruise on Carnival Luminosa from Sydney to Whitsundays and I was absolutely amazed at how clean the ship was and within hours of being on had a sign on the door to say Balcony cleaning the next morning, the signs were right along our corridor. So impressed with my cabin as well , the staff were constantly cleaning all over the ship.

[@clarehagley2165]

We visited Bali and we noted the same issue there. We were told they are trying to miss being made to go into the military. We also noted that at the breakfast buffet they take lots of food away for the day. We watched one couple fill up their babies pram with extra food. I do admit that I did take away an apple or muffin occasionally. I hope you have had a lovely time in Australia 🇦🇺. Your nephews are so cute.

[@joanneosborne7368]

I love, love, love your cabin, I enjoyed this video and can't wait to see the rest xx

[@Cruisewith]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@jeremybaity7002]

Looking great Ben. Keep it up

[@Cruisewith]

Thanks, will do!

[@jsmith1071]

We always ask the cabin steward😊 to leave 2 sets of towels in the morning when servicing the cabin. Problem solved.

[@beachprepper566]

Both of your nephews are just beautiful children!

[@melodyjanes9141]

They look like twins

[@robertlieb4399]

Your balcony is on deck 6, so the splashing of the sea will likely be visible on the glass. It's not untidy or dirty, it's the environment you are in.

[@kimberlykeller8299]

You look GREAT, Ben!!

[@BeardFreak]

I just can’t get over Oscar’s reviews…?he is a mini Ben… and I am here for it…

[@Cruise_life1]

On our Orient cruise with the MSC Euribia there were also a lot of Russians on board but they were actually all fine. I didn't notice anything negative, it was a wonderful cruise

[@SuperAbcdabcdabcdabc]

Hello from 🇨🇦 Hewitt. Ben, you have your shirts tucked into your shorts. Amazing new look. Keep it up

[@mathewh4684]

Just love seeing you both with the family Oscar is a mini Ben - and it is adorable to see you all so close and having the time together. Big up you lot! Ready for the next video ! ❤❤

[@tommykay7427]

"Dodge'em cars"?? The whole point is to BUMP'em cars!!

[@georgianhamilton3959]

BEN!! You look amazing! I adore u both and thoroughly enjoy ur videos. ❤

[@jeffmcallister7040]

Thanks for showing a different type of cabin. I never would have considered something like this one before. It's a shame they couldn't get the balcony clean for you. Not a good thing for RC to let go. Nice to see that the food is still doing well. Good video 👍!!!

[@popeduck]

We cruised back in May of this year on Celebrity Eclipse to Bermuda. Our cabin was an aft-facing balcony on deck 6, classified as obstructed view. The only obstruction was the roof of the specialty restaurant below, so our view was very similar to the obstructed view in this video, so not a problem for us either. We loved it! And the savings was awesome!

[@Sparks_Alive]

If some stranger “manhandled” one of my kids or my nephews, I would find it very hard to hold back -and I am a very peaceful law abiding person! Wow.

[@peanutbuttergirl]

I just went back to your very first videos and scanned a few different ones over the years and you’ve really nailed the content, filming, and editing! And you’ve both changed ‘shapes and sizes’ a few times and you’re always so handsome but you both really look so HEALTHY now! 🥂 to your health! Watching from 🇨🇦

[@Cruisewith]

❤

[@Tammyscents]

Thanks guys, another fav video ❤

[@ann-mariemeyers9978]

Your nephews are adorable❤.

[@allysonblack5984]

Yep Ben you are looking fab. Well done. I have never cruised before but will book one soon thanks to you two.

[@NamyDoesCruising]

Great video! We really liked the look of the square balcony cabin - extremely spacious and not a restricted view at all! It’s a shame the cleaning standards weren’t up to their usual high expectations, though. Did they ever get it sorted?

[@Susan-ut2pj]

Looking good, Ben!!

[@judykekesi5174]

Congrats Ben on your weight loss! You look absolutely fabulous!! Thanks for your informative and entertaining videos!

[@pegedey1291]

Great room except that dirty balcony, wonderful time with your family! Hope your sleep was good ❤

[@johnnyv5995]

THANK YOU for another great cruise review. Allt hese littles tips & tricks and unbias opinion is why you two are NUMBER 1!

[@malcolmnorton4214]

Ben you look marvellous!! Good for you, that takes hard work but you are living proof of when it pays off!🎉

[@Cruisewith]

Thanks so much!!

[@nicolesydneylife]

It looks like you are having a great time😅, love that you have gone with your bro and family Ben! Ben on another note, you are looking so fit! Don’t forget to treat yourself xx

[@Amyco3167]

Hello from South Carolina. I love your channel! Thank you both.

[@billangell3387]

I am from Rock Hill and I look forward to taking a RCL cruise.

[@pauline9242]

Ben your hard work is showing, you look great 👍 Love your family cruises with your adorable nephews Love cruising with Ben and David videos 🚢👍

[@karenann3841]

Your little one is such a gem, love hearing his opinions!

[@deanwilliam459]

wow Oscar looks like your son at 5:00.

[@belggay]

Wow Ben, how much are you spending on new clothes?? You look amazing!!

[@karenglaicar5486]

Nice video, great info. So nice to see the family on your cruise, your nephews are so cute. The food looked delicious. Going on my first cruise in March, so excited. Thanks guys, take care.

[@mercyrodriguez5780]

Great video, thank you!

[@danasandoval624]

Royal has a great buffet. They always have a great variety and we have always enjoyed the food.

[@Opalbird1]

Just let me address Russian and East European for you. There is a more severe pecking order in Russia than the rest of the world that I know also some Eastern Europeans as well. Doctors, priests,teachers, are very high up and expect first serve treatment and are surprised when they aren’t given that. I worked with a Russian Psychiatrist and he was surprised we hadn’t heard of him in Canada because they made such a big fuss over him in Russia. Expected the same here and didn’t get it. They also still believe children should be seen and not heard, so it is quite shocking to them to see children running around and parents seem to ignore them. I grew up in a very strict Polish/Ukrainian family so I know. Remember they are still 70 years behind us in maturing of the society. They are also used to pushing their weight around especially of they have money, and their people would step aside for them. It’s a rude wake up call for both sides. Also remember they are more direct and forward and don’t always mean to be rude, that’s just the way they talk. Hope this helps. Education is a great smoother of hurt feelings. Taking one aside and telling them we don’t do that here outside of Russia, and why may be helpful to them and you.

[@hollypotter6989]

Great information to help understand different cultures. Hope Ben and David see your post so they don't feel badly toward a culture.

[@CarolMortensen-e2b]

Great explanation.Thanks

[@blissfuljoy6049]

Interesting, it used to be more like that in the US, not really so long ago. Some changes I think are good as far as respecting everyone equally but I think society is becoming a little too casual overall.

[@Opalbird1]

Thanks everyone, Ben and David I could just hug you…sqeeeeeeze!

[@alexblaney6322]

Looking fab guys ❤

[@stevebartley628]

Always a fun video when Oscar’s there !

[@Jrsun4ever]

Be you look fabulous. I love it when you and David share your family with us. What a fantastic room. Such a large spacious balcony!!

[@dmbthegurl]

Teddy and the chocolate! 😻

[@billangell3387]

I look forward to Teddy's comments when he is old enough to speak coherently. In the meantime he's a doer not a speaker.

[@barbp8618]

Is this the longest cruise you have been on? Your nephews are adorable You both look amazing Tysm for sharing💗

[@mitsyamarsupial]

Ooo, your nephew is a smart little cookie with his backup plan. Ben, you're shrinking AND rolling back years. If you weren't such a doll I'd be hating. ;)

[@KNPrince]

Another stellar video Ben and David.. You never fail to make informative and entertaining content.. Keep up the great work! Oh and Ben.. you shouldn't have any shame about ordering the 9oz fillet over the 6oz one. I would have done the same thing.. when it comes to a great cut of beef.. always go BIG! Again.. much love and take care!

[@babbego]

Anthem and the Quantum class is so great for kids!

[@vinceprivitera7756]

Great video has always and awesome work on dropping some LBs. Whatever you're doing, keep it up!

[@joannelarose8198]

Such a handsome couple and adorable children! Love your vlogs from Canada.